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Kao the Kangaroo is a 3D action platformer developed and published by Tate Multimedia. It was released on May 27, 2022 for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. It is a fresh start for the Kao series, which began in 2000, so no earlier game is needed.
You play as Kao, a young kangaroo who sets out to uncover what happened to his missing father. Along the way he picks up a pair of magical boxing gloves that turn into his main weapon. Each world is a hub with several linear levels built around jumping, climbing, rolling, and light puzzles.
Combat is simple to learn: punch combos, a dodge, and a special attack that charges as you fight. The gloves gain elemental powers as the story goes on, which you use both in battle and to open new paths. Levels hide coins, letters, runes, and other collectibles, and coins buy costumes and extra hearts in shops.
The game is single-player only. The tone is light and colorful, with jokes and bright environments inspired by late-1990s and early-2000s platformers, while boss fights at the end of each world test what you have learned.
Kao the Kangaroo suits younger players, families, and anyone who misses classic collect-a-thon platformers but wants a shorter, easy-going adventure.
PC: Most PC keys activate on Steam. A 64-bit Windows 10 or newer system and about 9 GB of storage are needed.
Consoles: PlayStation codes redeem on PlayStation Network, Xbox codes on a Microsoft account, and Switch codes on the Nintendo eShop.
Editions and DLC: Add-ons include Bend the Roo'les and Oh! Well. An Anniversary Edition bundles the game with both DLC packs, so check each listing.
Before you buy, check the activation platform and region on each offer, then read our guide on how to activate your CD key. For more details, visit the official Kao the Kangaroo website.
3D action platformer from Tate Multimedia, released in 2022.
A fresh start for the Kao series; no prior games needed.
Story about Kao searching for his missing father.
Magical boxing gloves used for combat and puzzles.
Gloves gain elemental powers as the adventure goes on.
Hub worlds with linear levels and end-of-world bosses.
Collectibles, costumes, and shop upgrades bought with coins.
Available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch.
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